Mighty Squirrel Brewing Cloud Candy NEIPA SINGLE

Pairs with: Spicy Thai green curry, fresh ceviche, sharp aged cheddar, grilled fish tacos with mango salsa, or classic Buffalo wings

Good for: Catching a baseball game at Fenway Park, enjoying a sunny afternoon on the patio, satisfying a hazy IPA craving, or introducing friends to the juicy side of New England craft beer

Style of Beer: New England / Hazy IPA

I am from: Waltham, Massachusetts, USA (Crafted by Mighty Squirrel Brewing Co.)

The Story: Born in early 2018 after months of dedicated R&D, Cloud Candy quickly became Mighty Squirrel's flagship brew and a massive hit across the Massachusetts craft beer scene. Seeking to create their "dream" New England IPA, the brewing team crafted a recipe that leans heavily into the juicy, fruit-forward potential of modern American hops. It is double dry-hopped with a vibrant, carefully calibrated blend of Citra, Mosaic, and Amarillo to maximize its aromatics while keeping the bitterness exceptionally smooth. The beer gained such a passionate following that it helped propel the brewery's expansion, becoming a beloved staple not just at their taprooms, but as an absolute favorite among baseball fans at Fenway Park.

Why You'll Love Me: It is an incredibly juicy, smooth-drinking hazy IPA that perfectly lives up to its name. It pours a beautiful, deep, opaque golden-orange in the glass with a fluffy white head. The nose is an absolute explosion of tropical fruit, dominated by lush, alluring aromas of ripe papaya, sweet mango, and bright starfruit. On the palate, that tropical promise is fully delivered—sweet, juicy citrus and stone fruit flavors wash over the tongue, carried by a medium body and a soft, pillowy texture. Instead of finishing with a harsh, resinous bite, it coasts into a remarkably smooth, crisp, and clean finish that invites you to keep "tasting the cloud."